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Unlock Europe

Unlock Europe is a Business Academy webinar series designed to help businesses thrive in the EU. It covers market research, regulatory frameworks like GPSR and CBAM, VAT, the TCA and Rules of Origin, with deep dives into key sectors.

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Sign up for these events if:

  • You want to make the most of your trade with the EU

  • You want to understand the practicalities involved with selling to European countries

  • You want to learn the frameworks that you need to adhere to

Webinar Length
1 hour per session

Join these sessions hosted by our international trade experts

  • Get the tips, tricks and tools to maximise your potential in Europe

  • Learn how our closest neighbours could be your perfect first (or next!) export market

  • Events are repeated quarterly

  • Get access to a recording of the event and explore our on-demand video library

Events for you to pick from

Book onto all sessions, or dip in and out - it's up to you!

1. Breaking into Europe: FMCG opportunities, trends and buyer insights

Exploring the opportunities and challenges facing UK FMCG companies looking to grow their business in Europe.

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2. Doing Rail Business in Ireland

Ireland is preparing to invest €24.3 billion in transport upgrades by 2030, with further investments including DART+, MetroLink, Cork Area Commuter Rail, the All-Island Strategic Rail Review and upgrades to the Luas network. The UK rail supply chain has

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3. UK and EU CBAM: What it means for UK traders

Get support in understanding your reporting obligations, learn how to prepare emissions data and take practical steps towards compliance when trading with the EU.

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4. EU packaging rules: PPWR explained

New to PPWR? Join this webinar to understand the EU’s new packaging rules, key compliance requirements and the practical steps your business can take now to prepare.

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Join next live event: EU packaging rules: PPWR explained

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5. Top tips for understanding VAT in Europe

Join VAT and customs compliance experts SimplyVAT for a practical session designed to help businesses confidently trade with Europe.

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Join next live event: Top tips for understanding VAT in Europe

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6. Exporting food and drink to the EU: Opportunities, SPS changes and expert insights

Join our expert panel to discover new opportunities, hear from successful exporters, and explore how the new UK-EU SPS agreement could help make trade simpler.

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7. EU product safety: Understanding GSPR and CE marking

Selling consumer products into the EU? Join this practical webinar to understand GPSR, CE marking and the steps your business needs to take to stay compliant and keep goods moving.

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8. Cross-border eCommerce in Europe: How UK brands can scale through Poland

Discover how Poland can become your gateway to the fast-growing €55 billion Central and Eastern European e-commerce market.

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9. Unlocking frictionless trade to the EU: How to use trade tech and VAT solutions to build a ‘Brexit bypass’

Learn how to use TradeTech and VAT solutions together to simplify EU sales post‑Brexit, restoring customer access and sharply improving efficiency.

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10. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR): What exporters need to know

This practical webinar will help GB exporters and e-commerce sellers understand the rules, take the right steps, and stay ahead of fast-changing requirements across key EU markets.

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11. Ecodesign for Sustainable Products (ESPR): Key requirements

Don’t miss this practical webinar on the EU’s new Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). Find out what’s changing for UK exporters, what Digital Product Passports mean in practice, and how your business can prepare early to stay competitive

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Speakers

Our presenters are all industry experts looking to share their knowledge to help you grow your business in Europe.

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